What are the responsibilities and job description for the Swim Lesson Instructor | Wellmark YMCA position at YOUNG MENS CHRISTIAN ASSOCIATION OF GREATER DES MOINES IA?
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JOB LOCATION: Wellmark YMCA
SHIFTS AVAILABLE: Monday-Thursday Evenings from 4:00p-7:30p; 10 hours per week or less can be expected in this role. Cross training in multiple roles available.
PAY RANGE: $16.00 /hour based on experience and availability
CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: October 20, 2026 - Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
POSITION SUMMARY: Swim Lesson Instructor is responsible for conducting YMCA swim lesson and ensuring participant safety at all times.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Instruct swimming lessons in accordance with YMCA guidelines, having prepared lesson plans accordingly.
- Build effective, authentic relationships with students and parents; help them connect with each other and the YMCA. Engage parents in discussion around water safety.
- Maintain attendance and skill accomplishment records for each participant.
- Maintain teaching equipment and conduct routine checks to ensure participant safety. Organize and put away needed class equipment. Report any damaged equipment.
- Maintain constant visual surveillance of participants in the water.
- Train, supervise, and mentor new swim lesson instructors as assigned.
- Convey information on aquatics programs and schedules and, as appropriate, refer students and parents to other programs.
- Follow all YMCA policies, rules, regulations, and procedures, including emergency and safety procedures.
- Attend staff meetings and swim instructors in-services as scheduled.
- Represent the YMCA as a Leader of Aquatics Safety committed to creating a safe and welcoming environment for all.
- Perform additional duties as assigned by supervisor or designated staff person.
- Demonstrate and support the objectives of the Association as embodied in the mission statement and values.
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